17 Dubois County roads impacted by high water
The Dubois County Highway Department reported 17 roads were still impacted by high water Tuesday morning. This is down six from 24 over the weekend. Madison Township Harbison Township Marion Township Bainbridge Township Patoka Township
Jasper-Dubois County Public Libraries report big numbers for 2024
The Jasper-Dubois County Public Library was pretty busy in 2024, according to a recent graphic they published on Facebook.
Education bill tracker: National identity, IPS reorganization proposals don’t receive a hearing
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Feb 14, 2025 at 4:28pm EST Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news. The 2025 legislative session is likely to bring big…
Commentary: Some bills are just weird — but if I were a lawmaker, I’d have a few of my own
by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 14, 2025 The longer I cover the legislative process, the easier it seems to find silly bills that waste state time and effort. But I’m going to be honest here and say I would file some crazy bills too if I ever became a lawmaker. I’m not sure…
House Republicans pitch their version of Indiana’s $46.7B budget
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 14, 2025 No tax holidays but increased dollars for the Department of Child Services highlight the House Republican version of the state’s two-year budget in comparison to the one proposed by Gov. Mike Braun earlier this year. Chief budget architect for Republicans, Rep. Jeff Thompson, said both camps…
Jasper Motorsports ready to go and grow
Jasper High School’s Motorsports Club held an open house Thursday evening, during which community members were given a tour and demonstration of what they’ve been working on over the past year. Club President Jon Green told the group gathered for the event that the group’s primary goals include building a strong team, teaching members to…
(Found) Daviess County Sheriff’s Office looking for shooting suspect
UPDATE On Saturday, troopers with the Indiana State Police Jasper post and Perry County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Sulfur area and boxed the suspect into a search area. Paoli Police Department was contacted to assist with a UAV (drone). Officer C. Cook responded and deployed the UAV in the area. After an extensive search,…
Police charge two with neglect after call for missing 11-month-old
Two Jasper residents were charged with neglect of a dependent and various drug-related charges after police were called to help find a missing 11-month-old child. According to police, officers and detectives responded to a 911 call from a female reporting the missing child at about 8:40 a.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The caller reported…
Archabbey Church named pilgrimage site during Jubilee of Hope
Archbishop Charles Thompson has designated the Archabbey Church of Our Lady of Einsiedeln at Saint Meinrad Archabbey as a pilgrimage site for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis during the Jubilee Year of Hope. The jubilee year began on December 24 with the opening of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica and will conclude on January…
Gov. Mike Braun joins Indiana locals in long-held opposition against proposed forest project
A recent letter penned by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun urged federal officials to “immediately withdraw” a controversial plan to log and burn nearly 20,000 acres of The Hoosier National Forest. The Buffalo Springs Restoration Project, proposed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), seeks to log 5,000 acres and burn 15,500 acres of the national forest land…
Memorial among hospitals restricting visitors as flu cases increase
As influenza A cases in the tristate region climb, area hospitals are imposing temporary visitor restrictions as part of the Community Patient Safety Coalition of Southwest Indiana/Kentucky (CPSC). The Indiana Influenza dashboard has reported 57 deaths so far this season. Of those, 41 were individuals over the age of 65. https://www.in.gov/health/idepd/respiratory-disease/influenza/influenza-dashboard/ On Tuesday, the state…
Jasper VFW restructures operations, affirms community commitment
After closing the kitchen in early January, the Jasper VFW Post 673 has been restructuring the location’s operations. “We don’t exist in Dubois County, or Jasper, to serve pizza or beer,” Senior Vice President David Flynn said Thursday, emphasizing the Post is a club not a bar. Though the VFW does provide a location for…
Lawmakers move THC test threshold for impaired driving
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 13, 2025 Marijuana, and the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels that make someone feel high, is legal for recreational purposes in three of Indiana’s four neighboring states. But figuring out when someone is too high to drive has proven to be a difficult task. “THC is probably one of the…
Martin County Sheriff’s Office arrests three on animal cruelty charges
Three people have been charged with animal cruelty in a Martin County investigation into the neglect of several horses. On January 15th, 2025, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation on neglect of horses believed to belong to Rochelle Peterson of Shoals. Corporal Ryan Hawkins, Captain Larry Gibson, Deputy Matthew Branham, and Veterinarian Eric Renshaw…
Jasper JOANN store among 500 set to close
As part of the ongoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy process filed on February 12, 2025, JOANN will be closing 500 stores nationwide. Those stores include the Jasper location and Bedford and Vincennes; the Evansville location was not on the list of closures. The company provided the following statement on its website. “As part of the ongoing…
Dubois County Plunge set for Feb. 16; supports Lange Fuhs Cancer Center and food banks
The 2025 Dubois County Plunge is set to take place on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, at Ferdinand State Forest. Cost is $20, and proceeds support the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center and area food banks. Contact Eric Uebelhor at 812-639-9895, email at ericjuebelhor@gmail.com, or Jay Fischer at 812-309-4196, email at admin@spf-football.org for more information.
Veterans invited to special film screening and roundtable discussion
JASPER – The Rotary Club of Jasper – Passport will host a Veteran Roundtable Event featuring a screening of “Eva,” a short film created for veterans by filmmaker Mick Hetman. The event aims to bring together veterans and community members for meaningful dialogue and connection. The gathering will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2025,…
Huntingburg tackles hoarding with proposed ordinance, aims for March adoption
The Huntingburg Common Council introduced an ordinance Tuesday night to address hoarding issues within the city limits. The council has been discussing the ordinance and hoarding issues in the city for several meetings. The proposed ordinance seeks to prohibit the excessive accumulation of tangible personal property that may contribute to public health and safety hazards….
Jasper Street Dept. to close section of 11th Street
The Jasper Street Department will close West 11th Street from the Main Street intersection west, approximately 120 feet. Motorists can access 11th Street from Newton Street/US 231. This closure will occur on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Barring any unforeseen issues, the street should reopen by 3:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025….
Senate property tax relief drops main portions of Gov. Braun’s plan
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 11, 2025 Senate Republicans on Tuesday backed away from the most significant parts of Gov. Mike Braun’s property tax cut proposal. Instead, their version of relief includes tightening requirements for schools to advance certain referendums, limiting how much property tax levies can grow and introducing a credit for…
JHS presents Peter Pan’s backstory ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’
Jasper High School Performing Arts will present Peter and the Starcatcher this week. You can catch the show on Thursday, February 13 and Friday, February 14, at 7 p.m. or Sunday, February 16, at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or at this link: https://www.ticketor.com/jhsperformingarts/upcomingevents?PageId=89737. Peter and the Starcatcher is the theatrical adaption…
Ruxer Foundation to become endowment at Dubois County Community Foundation
The Ruxer Foundation has transitioned from a private foundation to an endowment of the Dubois County Community Foundation. The Alvin C. Ruxer Foundation was established in 1983 by Jasper entrepreneur and businessman Alvin Ruxer. Ruxer founded Jasper Engines & Transmission Exchange, Ruxer Ford, the JASPER State Bank and Ruxer Farms. The foundation supported Ruxer’s philanthropic…
Southridge High School graduate gains experience at Indiana Statehouse
Alexander Niehaus is serving as an intern for the Indiana Senate Majority Caucus during the 2025 legislative session. Niehaus, a resident of Huntingburg, is the son of Kim and Derek Eckert, and Kurt Niehaus. Niehaus graduated from Southridge High School and is a sophomore at Indiana University studying informatics. “It is a privilege to work…
Jasper recycling upgraded to include tinted glass
Jasper residents will soon be able to recycle tinted glass as part of the city’s expanded recycling program. Starting the week of Feb. 16, 2025, the city will begin collecting brown, green, and blue glass alongside the clear glass already accepted. The addition of tinted glass collection comes with the arrival of a new recycling…
Sweet donation delivered to Huntingburg Police Department
Madeline Stevens, the daughter of Nick and Amy Stevens from Huntingburg and a member of Girl Scout Troop 281, received an anonymous donation to purchase and deliver Girl Scout cookies to the Huntingburg Police Department. She dropped them off on Monday.
The Taylor Party coming to The Astra on Saturday, March 1
The Astra Theatre will be welcoming the world’s #1 Taylor Swift DJ on Saturday, March 1. All ages are welcome as DJ Swiftie takes over the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance Stage and turns The Astra into a Taylor Dance Party! Tickets are on sale now at www.AstraTheater.com. Reserved seating tickets are $25 for balcony, $30…
Night to Shine 2025
More than 170 Queens and Kings attended the annual Night to Shine special needs prom at Redemption Christian Church Friday evening. This is the 10th year the church has hosted the event, which features limo rides to red carpet entrances, a photo booth, dinner, dancing and a crowning event on the church’s main stage. All…
Levi Welp receives Rottet Scouting Award
The Edward J. Rottet Jr Memorial Scout Award, established in 1935, was presented on Scout Sunday, Feb 2, 2025, at the Jasper Knights of Columbus. The local scout award is based on outstanding character and achievement. More than 80 Scouts and adults attended, including Scout Troops 182 and 185 and Venture Crew 185 as this…
USPS and U.S. Postal Inspection Service says watch out for Valentines Day romance scams
Fraudsters looking to exploit vulnerable people – here is how to protect yourself With Valentine’s Day approaching, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) want consumers to be aware they may be targeted for romance scams, a deceptive form of fraud that preys on individuals seeking companionship. These scams often…
Republican leaders cast doubt on new state tax relief
by Whitney Downard and Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 10, 2025 Despite being a top priority for new Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, Republican leaders in the General Assembly seem to be taking a more cautious approach to new state tax relief in budget discussions. “I really appreciate the governor kind of leaning in and…
Education bill tracker: Indiana lawmakers focus on social media use, literacy, diversity, IPS
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Feb 7, 2025 at 2:05pm EST Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news. The 2025 legislative session is likely to bring big…
